Dr. Sameera Sandhu, MD
Sacramento, CA
24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sandhu, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Sameera Sandhu, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sandhu graduated from Guru Gobind Singh Medical College and completed her residency at Fairview Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sandhu is fluent in English, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sandhu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sandhu’s office at (916) 733-3460.
Where did Dr. Sandhu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fairview Hlth System, Internal Medicine | Fairview Hospital Program
Medical School: Guru Govind Singh Med College Punjab University Faridkot Punjab India | Guru Gobind Singh Medical College
Is Dr. Sandhu board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sameera Sandhu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sandhu speak?
Dr. Sandhu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi
Punjabi
What conditions does Dr. Sandhu treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Sandhu diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sandhu. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Which procedures does Dr. Sandhu perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sameera Sandhu may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sandhu's office.
Does Dr. Sandhu accept my insurance?
Dr. Sandhu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 733-3460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sandhu accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Sandhu in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sandhu's office located?
What is Dr. Sandhu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sandhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427155688.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sandhu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sandhu
What is Dr. Sameera Sandhu's specialty?
Dr. Sandhu is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Sacramento, CA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Sandhu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sameera Sandhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sandhu is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Sameera Sandhu accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sameera Sandhu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sameera Sandhu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sandhu's office at (916) 733-3460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sameera Sandhu?
Please contact Dr. Sandhu's office at (916) 733-3460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sameera Sandhu have?
Dr. Sameera Sandhu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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